Event Details

This course will prepare you for riding to work by improving your skills and teaching you strategies for riding safely on roads and paths.

The course begins is a traffic free area where you'll learn about planning your route, safety checks, controlling and stopping your bike and using gears. This is followed by a group ride on quiet streets in the local area. Instructors will discuss and demonstrate techniques for riding at intersections and roundabouts, turning right, positioning on the road, using bike lanes and more.

"The most satisfying part of the course was gaining confidence riding on the road in a range of situations. It moved at a pace that felt comfortable and safe and the instructors were really great."- Sarah from Thornbury

Proudly sponsored by Darebin Council for people who live, work or study in the municipality aged 18 years or older.

Unsold tickets will be made available for people from outside Darebin 1 week before the event.

Please note: Bookings close 24 hours before the event.

All participants get a free Knog bike light!

FAQs

How do I get there?

Bike: Ride on the St Georges Road shared path to Bell Street.

Train: Take your bike on the train to Bell Station which is a 2 minute walk away (South Morang Line).

Parking: Available at Darebin Arts and Entertainment Centre car park.

What should I bring to the event?

You will need to bring:

A bicycle in good condition with working brakes, a bell and pumped up tyres.

A well fitting bicycle helmet.

Comfortable closed-toe footwear.

Sun/weather protection.

A bottle of water.

A snack (optional).

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You do not need to bring your printed ticket on the day. You will be asked to sign a registration form on arrival.

What is the refund policy?

Unfortunately we are not able to issue refunds.

The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?

That's fine. We will ask all attendees to sign a registration form on the day.